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$217,000

7144 Bennett Ave

Chicago, IL
New
10
Bedrooms
1914
Year Built
3
Days On Market

THE LOT. THE LOCATION. THE UPSIDE. Welcome to 7144 S Bennett Avenue, a substantial three-story brick three-flat in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood, situated on an impressive 50 x 135 oversized lot. Featuring a reported 10 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a full basement, and garage parking, this property offers the scale and potential experienced investors look for. Near Jackson Park, Lake Michigan, public transportation, and the Obama Presidential Center, the location adds another compelling reason to take a closer look. A BIG PROJECT WITH BIG POTENTIAL! Restore, reposition, and explore the possibilities of this classic Chicago multifamily property. Extensive rehabilitation required. Known building violations and structural concerns exist. Sold strictly AS-IS. Buyer to verify condition, legal use, and renovation feasibility. Bring your contractor. Run your numbers. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 days ago
Listed By
Tommie Westbrook · HomeSmart Connect LLC, 8474955000
MLS#
12798671
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
New

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
7144 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
City
Chicago
County
Cook
Zip Code
60649

Architecture

Bedrooms
10
Year Built
1914
Construction Materials
Brick
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Features
Garage

Features & Amenities

Community Features
Gated, Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights
Heating
Hot Water, Steam

Property Features

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$217,000
Annual Taxes
$6,359

Schools

100/100
Madison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Chicago
Students
215
Student body
99% Black · 1% White · 1% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(773) 535-0551
98/100
Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Chicago
Students
640
Student body
98% Black · 1% Two or More Races · 1% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(773) 535-0501
98/100
Art in Motion Charter School
High · Grades 07–12 · 0.4 mi
City
Chicago
Students
388
Student body
96% Black · 3% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
73%
Phone
(773) 820-9426
55/100
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1 mi
City
Chicago
Students
167
Student body
96% Black · 4% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
89%
Phone
(773) 535-0801
54/100
OKeeffe Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Chicago
Students
666
Student body
96% Black · 2% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
98%
Phone
(773) 535-0600
53/100
Parkside Elementary Community Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Chicago
Students
272
Student body
99% Black · 1% Hispanic / Latino · 0% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
96%
Phone
(773) 535-0940
52/100
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Chicago
Students
257
Student body
96% Black · 3% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Phone
(773) 535-8340
52/100
Fermi Elementary School
Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Chicago
Phone
(773) 535-0540

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/31/2026Listed for sale$217,000

Listed by Tommie Westbrook · HomeSmart Connect LLC · 8474955000

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 1, 2026 at 2:08 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12798671

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